Universal Orlando to close Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit coaster

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The Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit opened in 2009. It will close in September.
The Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit opened in 2009. It will close in September. Photo Credit: Universal Orlando Resort

The Universal Orlando Resort in Florida will close the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster in early September.

Located in the Universal Studios Florida park, the coaster will close "to make way for a new experience," Universal said. More details are forthcoming.

The Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit, which reaches 17 stories and hits speeds of 65 mph, enables guests to pick the song they'd like to hear while they ride. It opened in 2009.

In addition to the official tunes like My Chemical Romance's "Welcome to the Black Parade" and Shania Twain's "Man! I Feel Like a Woman!," the attraction has a not-so-secret track list of hidden songs guests can access by following a series of actions once on the coaster.

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